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... to revise this publication and to notify any person or organization of their respective companies. Revision 1.0 1.1 Manual Revisions Date January 26, 2009 February 27, 2009 Description DIR-685 Revision A1 with firmware version 1.00 Minor fixes and updates Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of such revisions or changes. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
... to revise this publication and to notify any person or organization of their respective companies. Revision 1.0 1.1 Manual Revisions Date January 26, 2009 February 27, 2009 Description DIR-685 Revision A1 with firmware version 1.00 Minor fixes and updates Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of such revisions or changes. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual
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... 11 Installation 12 Before you Begin 12 Install/Remove Hard Drive 13 Wireless Installation Considerations 14 Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem 15 Connect to Another Router 16 Getting Started 18 Configuration 19 Web-based Configuration Utility 19 Setup Wizard 20 Manual Internet Connection Setup 24 Dynamic (Cable 25 PPPoE (DSL 26 PPTP... 48 Network Filter 49 Website Filters 50 Firewall Settings 51 SPI 51 NAT Endpoint Filter 51 Anti-Spoof Check 51 DMZ 51 Firewall Rules 52 D-Link DIR-685 User Manual ii
... 11 Installation 12 Before you Begin 12 Install/Remove Hard Drive 13 Wireless Installation Considerations 14 Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem 15 Connect to Another Router 16 Getting Started 18 Configuration 19 Web-based Configuration Utility 19 Setup Wizard 20 Manual Internet Connection Setup 24 Dynamic (Cable 25 PPPoE (DSL 26 PPTP... 48 Network Filter 49 Website Filters 50 Firewall Settings 51 SPI 51 NAT Endpoint Filter 51 Anti-Spoof Check 51 DMZ 51 Firewall Rules 52 D-Link DIR-685 User Manual ii
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... Settings 77 Change Password 77 D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Remote Management 77 Time Settings 78 Log Settings 79 Email Settings 80 System Settings 81 Update Firmware 82 Dynamic DNS 83 System Check 84 Schedules 85 Device Information 86 Log 87 Statistics 88 Internet Sessions 89 Wireless 91 Support 92 Wireless Security 93 What is WPA...
... Settings 77 Change Password 77 D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Remote Management 77 Time Settings 78 Log Settings 79 Email Settings 80 System Settings 81 Update Firmware 82 Dynamic DNS 83 System Check 84 Schedules 85 Device Information 86 Log 87 Statistics 88 Internet Sessions 89 Wireless 91 Support 92 Wireless Security 93 What is WPA...
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...Clock Display Setting 113 LCD Saving Settings 113 Router Settings 113 LCD Luminance Settings 114 Hard Drive Saving Settings 115 Photos 116 FrameChannel 117 Troubleshooting 120 Wireless Basics 124 What is Wireless 125 Tips 127 Wireless Modes 129 Networking Basics 130 Check your ...IP address 130 Statically Assign an IP address 131 Glossary 132 Technical Specifications 135 Contacting Technical Support 136 Warranty 137 Registration 143 D-Link DIR-685 User Manual iv
...Clock Display Setting 113 LCD Saving Settings 113 Router Settings 113 LCD Luminance Settings 114 Hard Drive Saving Settings 115 Photos 116 FrameChannel 117 Troubleshooting 120 Wireless Basics 124 What is Wireless 125 Tips 127 Wireless Modes 129 Networking Basics 130 Check your ...IP address 130 Statically Assign an IP address 131 Glossary 132 Technical Specifications 135 Contacting Technical Support 136 Warranty 137 Registration 143 D-Link DIR-685 User Manual iv
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Section 1 - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw D-Link DIR-685 Xtreme N™ Storage Router Power Adapter Ethernet Cable CD-ROM Stand Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-685 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
Section 1 - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw D-Link DIR-685 Xtreme N™ Storage Router Power Adapter Ethernet Cable CD-ROM Stand Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with the DIR-685 will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
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... • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n-draft or 802.11g wireless clients • 10/100/1000 Ethernet Computer with the...
... • An installed Ethernet adapter • CD-ROM drive D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Visit www.java.com to download the latest version. Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based Cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n-draft or 802.11g wireless clients • 10/100/1000 Ethernet Computer with the...
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.... * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from virtually anywhere in -class Whole Home Coverage. EXTENDED WHOLE HOME COVERAGE Powered by Xtreme N technology, this Xtreme N Storage Router utilizes dual active firewalls (SPI and NAT) to share photos, files, music, video, printers, and network storage throughout your high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual In addition...
.... * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from virtually anywhere in -class Whole Home Coverage. EXTENDED WHOLE HOME COVERAGE Powered by Xtreme N technology, this Xtreme N Storage Router utilizes dual active firewalls (SPI and NAT) to share photos, files, music, video, printers, and network storage throughout your high-speed Internet access with everyone on the network. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual In addition...
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..., so users behind the DIR-685 can pass through VPN sessions. The DIR-685 provides up to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from your router to 300Mbps* wireless connection with 802.11g Devices...wireless signal range. Section 1 - The performance of hours or minutes. • Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-685 is accessible to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual...
..., so users behind the DIR-685 can pass through VPN sessions. The DIR-685 provides up to your specific settings within minutes. * Maximum wireless signal rate derived from your router to 300Mbps* wireless connection with 802.11g Devices...wireless signal range. Section 1 - The performance of hours or minutes. • Secure Multiple/Concurrent Sessions - Product Overview Features • Faster Wireless Networking - The DIR-685 is accessible to participate in real-time activities online, such as video streaming, online gaming, and real-time audio. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual...
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... Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to configure the wireless settings using WCN. USB Ports Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to its original factory default settings. You may also use the USB port(s) to share on your network, or connect 3G USB adapters. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Gigabit LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices...
... Reset Pressing the Reset button restores the router to configure the wireless settings using WCN. USB Ports Connect a USB 1.1 or 2.0 flash drive to its original factory default settings. You may also use the USB port(s) to share on your network, or connect 3G USB adapters. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Gigabit LAN Ports (1-4) Connect Ethernet devices...
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Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to navigate through the options on the screen. Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View Touch Pad Press the buttons (up, down, left, right, and center) to the power supply. WPS LED When enabling WPS, the light will display pictures as well as router statistics and features. LCD Screen The LCD screen will blink during broadcast. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Section 1 - Refer to page 8.
Power LED A solid light indicates a proper connection to navigate through the options on the screen. Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View Touch Pad Press the buttons (up, down, left, right, and center) to the power supply. WPS LED When enabling WPS, the light will display pictures as well as router statistics and features. LCD Screen The LCD screen will blink during broadcast. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Section 1 - Refer to page 8.
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Section 1 - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Product Overview Hardware Overview Side View HDD Bay Insert a 2.5" SATA hard drive. Unmount Button Press the Unmount button before ejecting hard drive.
Section 1 - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Product Overview Hardware Overview Side View HDD Bay Insert a 2.5" SATA hard drive. Unmount Button Press the Unmount button before ejecting hard drive.
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D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Left Button UHsDeDthBisaybutton to the right. Slide Show Button / Down Button TShcirseebnutttoondiscpalnayRbaeelltupthrrneespBsieuctdtutorwenshesnavveidewoinngthpehinotteorsnaolnhathred LCD drive as an DOWN button on some LCD menus. This button ...to open the selected menu. to display router statistics and change some LCD menus. This button also acts as indicated below: Return Button/Up Button Use this button to the previous LCD menu. Product Overview Hardware Overview Using the LCD Screen The DIR-685 features an LCD Screen that can be used...
D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Left Button UHsDeDthBisaybutton to the right. Slide Show Button / Down Button TShcirseebnutttoondiscpalnayRbaeelltupthrrneespBsieuctdtutorwenshesnavveidewoinngthpehinotteorsnaolnhathred LCD drive as an DOWN button on some LCD menus. This button ...to open the selected menu. to display router statistics and change some LCD menus. This button also acts as indicated below: Return Button/Up Button Use this button to the previous LCD menu. Product Overview Hardware Overview Using the LCD Screen The DIR-685 features an LCD Screen that can be used...
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... Touch Pad buttons: Time / Date - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Displays the MAC Address, IP Address, Subnet Mask, DHCP Server, and the status of the Wireless Radio and the WPS PIN number. Hard Disk Status - The WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) screen allows you to add your router into an existing network via a PIN...
... Touch Pad buttons: Time / Date - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual Displays the MAC Address, IP Address, Subnet Mask, DHCP Server, and the status of the Wireless Radio and the WPS PIN number. Hard Disk Status - The WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) screen allows you to add your router into an existing network via a PIN...
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The Photos screen allows you can register the DIR-685 on the FrameChannel website and view the pictures associated with your FrameChannel account on a USB Storage device connected to view photos that are stored on the internal hard drive or on the LCD Screen. Use the FrameChannel window to obtain an activation code so that you to the Router. FrameChannel - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 10 Product Overview Photos - Section 1 -
The Photos screen allows you can register the DIR-685 on the FrameChannel website and view the pictures associated with your FrameChannel account on a USB Storage device connected to view photos that are stored on the internal hard drive or on the LCD Screen. Use the FrameChannel window to obtain an activation code so that you to the Router. FrameChannel - D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 10 Product Overview Photos - Section 1 -
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... Off Solid Blue The device is powered off. WPS signal has been successfully established. Off WPS is mounting the hard drive. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 11 Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs The DIR-685 has LEDs for Power, WPS, and Hard Drive Status. Off No hard drive detected. Blue Orange Blinking Blue Solid Blue Blinking...
... Off Solid Blue The device is powered off. WPS signal has been successfully established. Off WPS is mounting the hard drive. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 11 Product Overview Hardware Overview LEDs The DIR-685 has LEDs for Power, WPS, and Hard Drive Status. Off No hard drive detected. Blue Orange Blinking Blue Solid Blue Blinking...
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... only use the Ethernet port on . D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 12 Section 2 - In some cases, you may need to call your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet and online or the wizard will walk you are online. Placement of the router is connected to the Internet. • When...
... only use the Ethernet port on . D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 12 Section 2 - In some cases, you may need to call your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet and online or the wizard will walk you are online. Placement of the router is connected to the Internet. • When...
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D-Link DIR-685 User Manual To remove a hard drive: Warning: Do NOT eject the hard drive without pressing the unmount button below the hard drive bay. 1. Caution: Hard drive may ... door. 2. The Detect Hard Drive Success message will appear. Insert your hard drive into the bay with the label facing towards the back of the router. 3. Use caution when handling. 4. Installation Install/Remove Hard Drive To install a hard drive: 1. Pull the hard drive out. 13 The...
D-Link DIR-685 User Manual To remove a hard drive: Warning: Do NOT eject the hard drive without pressing the unmount button below the hard drive bay. 1. Caution: Hard drive may ... door. 2. The Detect Hard Drive Success message will appear. Insert your hard drive into the bay with the label facing towards the back of the router. 3. Use caution when handling. 4. Installation Install/Remove Hard Drive To install a hard drive: 1. Pull the hard drive out. 13 The...
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... to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. Make sure your devices so that the signal will degrade your wireless signal. 4. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 14 Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the wireless signals must pass through a wall or ceiling (instead of the direct line between the...
... to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. Make sure your devices so that the signal will degrade your wireless signal. 4. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 14 Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link wireless router lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the wireless signals must pass through a wall or ceiling (instead of the direct line between the...
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... down your modem. Installation Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem If you are connecting the router to configure your computer and place it into the router. 2. Place the router in your computer. 3. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 15 Skip two pages to the Getting Started section to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below: 1. If...
... down your modem. Installation Connect to Cable/DSL/Satellite Modem If you are connecting the router to configure your computer and place it into the router. 2. Place the router in your computer. 3. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 15 Skip two pages to the Getting Started section to a cable/DSL/satellite modem, please follow the steps below: 1. If...
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... the Enable UPnP checkbox. Click Save Settings to continue. 3. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 16 The LAN ports on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your IP address on the computer is 192.168.0.xxx (where xxx is between 2 and 254). (Please see the ...name to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you need to change your settings. Type in Step 1. Click Setup and then click Network Settings. Plug the power into the router. Installation Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to another router to use as in the Captcha ...
... the Enable UPnP checkbox. Click Save Settings to continue. 3. D-Link DIR-685 User Manual 16 The LAN ports on the router cannot accept a DHCP address from your IP address on the computer is 192.168.0.xxx (where xxx is between 2 and 254). (Please see the ...name to the original values as a wireless access point and/or switch, you need to change your settings. Type in Step 1. Click Setup and then click Network Settings. Plug the power into the router. Installation Connect to Another Router If you are connecting the D-Link router to another router to use as in the Captcha ...